Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs. Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Overview - Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 vs Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Technical Specifications Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025 compared to Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

Triumph Tiger 900 Rally 2021

Engine and Drive Train

Engine type	Engine type	In line	Engine type	In line
Bore	Bore	77 mm	Bore	78 mm
Stroke	Stroke	56 mm	Stroke	61.9 mm
Engine power	Engine power	135 HP	Engine power	95.2 HP
Rpm at Max. Power	Rpm at Max. Power	9,000 rpm	Rpm at Max. Power	8,750 rpm
Torque	Torque	112 Nm	Torque	87 Nm
Rpm at Torque	Rpm at Torque	7,600 rpm	Rpm at Torque	7,250 rpm
Compression Ratio	Compression Ratio	10.3	Compression Ratio	11.27
Fuel system	Fuel system	Injection	Fuel system	Injection
Starter	Starter	Electric	Starter	Electric
Clutch Type	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath	Clutch Type	Multiplate in oil-bath
Transmission	Transmission	Chain	Transmission	Chain
Transmission Type	Transmission Type	Gearshift	Transmission Type	Gearshift
Number of gears	Number of gears	6	Number of gears	6
Cylinders	Cylinders	4	Cylinders	3
Strokes	Strokes	4-Stroke	Strokes	4-Stroke
Valves per cylinder	Valves per cylinder	4	Valves per cylinder	4
Valves	Valves	DOHC	Valves	DOHC
Cooling	Cooling	liquid	Cooling	liquid
Displacement	Displacement	1,099 ccm	Displacement	888 ccm

Suspension Front

Front suspension	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork	Front suspension	Upside-Down telescopic fork
Diameter	Diameter	43 mm	Diameter	45 mm
Travel	Travel	150 mm	Travel	240 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound

Suspension Rear

Suspension	Suspension	Swing arm	Suspension	Swing arm
Shock absorber	Shock absorber	Monoshock	Shock absorber	Monoshock
Travel	Travel	152 mm	Travel	230 mm
Adjustment	Adjustment	Compression, Preload, Rebound	Adjustment	Preload, Rebound

Chassis

Frame	Frame	Aluminium	Frame	Steel
Rake	Rake	63 degree	Rake	65.6 degree
Trail	Trail	106 mm	Trail	145.8 mm

Brakes Front

Type	Type	Double disk	Type	Double disk
Diameter	Diameter	310 mm	Diameter	320 mm
Piston	Piston	Four pistons	Piston	Four pistons
Shock mount	Shock mount	Semi-Schwimmsattel	Shock mount	Floating caliper
Technology	Technology	radial, Petal	Technology	radial, Monoblock

Brakes Rear

Type	Type	Disc	Type	Disc
Diameter	Diameter	260 mm	Diameter	255 mm
Piston	Piston	Single piston	Piston	Single piston
Shock mount	Shock mount	Fixed caliper	Shock mount	Floating caliper

Assistance Systems

Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	ABS, Suspension electronically adjustable, Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Shift assistant with blipper, Cruise control, Traction control	Advanced Rider Assistance Systems	Riding modes, Cornering ABS, Ride by Wire, Traction control

Dimensions and Weights

Front tyre width	Front tyre width	120 mm	Front tyre width	90 mm
Front tyre height	Front tyre height	70 %	Front tyre height	90 %
Front tyre diameter	Front tyre diameter	17 inch	Front tyre diameter	21 inch
Rear tyre width	Rear tyre width	180 mm	Rear tyre width	150 mm
Rear tyre height	Rear tyre height	55 %	Rear tyre height	70 %
Rear tyre diameter	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch	Rear tyre diameter	17 inch
Width	Width	950 mm	Width	935 mm
Height	Height	1,530 mm	Height	1,452 mm
Wheelbase	Wheelbase	1,520 mm	Wheelbase	1,551 mm
Seat Height	Seat Height	840 mm	Seat Height	850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity	Fuel Tank Capacity	21 l	Fuel Tank Capacity	20 l
License compliancy	License compliancy	A	License compliancy	A

Equipment

Equipment	Equipment	Connectivity, Heated grips, Cornering lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display, USB-C socket	Equipment	LED daytime running lights, LED-Headlights, TFT display

Pros and Cons in comparison

Kawasaki Versys 1100 SE 2025

With the new Versys 1100 SE, Kawasaki has certainly managed to ram a stick into the touring floor. With its solid engine and well-functioning systems, the green brand definitely manages to counter the price/performance ratio. With a high level of riding comfort, the new Versys 1100 SE is sure to expand its fan base and more than live up to the eternal slogan "Let the good times roll".

Good riding performance even with panniers

Good ergonomics

Good wind protection

Simple operation

USB-C socket very large and prominently and wobbly mounted Heated grip switch a little wobbly

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